Management Accountant

Management Accountant
Buller District Council | Te Kaunihera o Kawatiri
Westport | Kawatiri
Permanent | Full-Time | 40 Hours Per Week

Join the Buller District Council whānau | Hono mai ki te whānau o Te Kaunihera o Kawatiri
We are seeking an experienced and driven Management Accountant to join our Finance team. This pivotal role provides financial leadership, management accounting expertise, and trusted business partnering support across Council activities. Working closely with managers and senior leaders, you will help ensure sound financial decision-making through robust reporting, budgeting, forecasting, project accounting, and financial analysis.

Who are we? | Ko wai mātou?
Buller is a place where rugged landscapes, strong communities, and a spirit of resilience come together. Stretching from Karamea in the north to Punakaiki in the south, and inland to Reefton and beyond, our district is home to some of New Zealand's most spectacular environments. At Buller District Council, we're proud of our role as kaitiaki (guardians), working with our communities to support the environmental, social, cultural, and economic wellbeing of the Buller District. Together, we're building a district that is safe, connected, sustainable, and thriving.

As part of our team, you'll enjoy meaningful work, genuine relationships, and the opportunity to make a visible impact across the region.

Why Join Us? | He aha te take e hono mai ai ki a mātou?

At Buller District Council, you'll be part of a supportive and values-driven team that cares about its people and community.

We offer:

• Professional development and career growth opportunities.
• A supportive team culture.
• Meaningful mahi that directly benefits our communities.
• Access to comprehensive EAP Services.
• Southern Cross Health Insurance
• An exceptional West Coast lifestyle with world-class outdoor recreation at your doorstep.

The Opportunity | Te Whai Wāhitanga
This role offers a unique mix of:

• Management accounting, budgeting, forecasting and business partnering.
• Supporting Annual Plans, Long-Term Plans, Annual Reports and external audits.
• Working alongside managers to provide practical financial advice and insights.

• Contributing to strong financial governance, internal controls and compliance across Council.

• Financial reporting, reconciliations, month-end and year-end processes.

What You'll Bring | Ō Pūkenga me Ō Wheako
We are looking for someone with the following:

Essential:

• Relevant tertiary qualification in Accounting, Finance or a related discipline.
• Experience with capital accounting, project accounting and financial analysis.
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines.
• Eligibility to live and work in New Zealand.
• A current and valid Full New Zealand Driver License
• Minimum five years' accounting experience in management accounting, financial reporting, budgeting and forecasting.

Desirable:

• Experience within local government or the public sector.
• Knowledge of local government funding structures, grants and subsidy arrangements.

Ready for a New Challenge? | Kua rite koe mō tētahi wero hou?
If you're ready to make a significant impact and work in a supportive, forward-thinking environment, we’d love to hear from you!

Please find the position description here: https://tinyurl.com/mrx962v6

All applications are required to be accompanied by a cover letter and a copy of your current Curriculum Vitae.
Any enquiries about this role please email: [email protected]

Applications close: 3PM, Friday, 02 October 2026